Senior Fintech Analyst in FINTECH

May sponsor Leeds Posted 1 day ago

Help shape how the UK’s central bank understands and responds to artificial intelligence and quantum computing.

Location: Leeds only.

The Bank of England’s Fintech Hub is looking for a Senior Fintech Analyst with technical expertise in AI and/or quantum computing to be based in our Leeds office. You will examine how these technologies work in practice, assess their implications for firms and the wider financial system, and turn complex technical evidence into clear advice for senior decision makers.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, finance and public policy, contributing to decisions with economy-wide significance.

The Payments Innovation and Fintech Directorate (PFID)

We lead high profile projects shaping the future of UK payments, including next-generation infrastructure, wholesale payments innovation and the digital pound. We also coordinate the Bank’s wider innovation and technology policy, working across teams to influence areas of growing Fintech importance.

PIFD brings together five specialist divisions

Fintech Hub (where this role sits)
Digital Pound and Retail Payments Design
Policy & International Strategy
Wholesale Payments Innovation
Payments Innovation Technology

Together, we aim to build a world‑class UK payments ecosystem and shape policy, product design and innovation across the sector.

Fintech Hub

The Fintech Hub sits within the Payments Innovation and Fintech Directorate and is the Bank’s centre of expertise on fintech and tech innovation. We lead strategic analysis on how innovation may support, or challenge, the Bank’s mission.

The Fintech Hub provides the analytical foundation and cross-cutting expertise needed to assess the impact of technology on finance. We look across the overall landscape, rather than at individual elements in isolation, to form judgements on emerging opportunities and risks and supporting the Bank’s development of coherent and comprehensive narrative on these developments.

Our current priorities include artificial intelligence, quantum computing and distributed ledger technology. We also monitor emerging technologies that could materially change financial services. This is a great opportunity to help shape the Bank’s approach to fast-moving innovation in an area of growing strategic importance.

Job Description

This permanent Senior Fintech Analyst role is in Bank’s Fintech Hub. We are a small team that acts as the Bank’s centre of expertise on fintech, guiding our exploration on how innovation and technology might support or challenge our mission. This is a senior individual contributor role with no direct reports.

It would suit someone who has developed credible technical expertise through industry, research, academia, government or another applied setting, and now wants to use that expertise to inform public policy. You will work flexibly within a small, inclusive and collaborative team where people can learn quickly, test ideas and contribute to high-impact work.

You will have the opportunity to apply technical expertise to questions that individual firms cannot answer alone: how emerging technologies could affect the resilience of financial institutions, the functioning of markets and payments, and the stability of the financial system as a whole.

The role will focus on advanced technologies, with a particular emphasis on artificial intelligence and/or quantum computing. We are looking for someone with proven technical knowledge in at least one of these areas who can apply that expertise to policy relevant questions and assess the implications for the financial system and the Bank’s objectives. We expect candidates to bring depth in at least one of Artificial Intelligence or quantum computing. You will not be expected to be an expert in both on joining, but you should be interested in broadening your knowledge and contributing across the Fintech Hub’s wider portfolio over time.

The successful candidate will apply and deepen their existing technical knowledge to strengthen the Bank’s understanding of how these technologies work in practice. They will engage directly with technical material such as system architectures, research papers, protocols and design documentation assessing the evidence, assumptions, limitations and practical significance of new developments. They will translate complex technical developments into clear, structured analysis for senior and non-technical audiences, supporting decision-making across policy, supervision, and financial stability work.

The role offers a unique opportunity to shape how the Bank monitors and responds to fast-moving technological change. This includes building market intelligence through internal and external networks, supporting cross-authority engagement, and leading cutting-edge analysis for high profile committees such as the FPC.

Role Requirements

We are recruiting one Senior Fintech Analyst role. The role sits in the Fintech Hub and focuses on how advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and/or quantum computing, are evolving and what that means for the financial system and the Bank’s objectives.

You will operate as a senior fintech analyst, bringing proven technical knowledge of AI and/or quantum computing and applying it to questions relevant to the Bank’s mission. You will form clear judgements about how these technologies work in practice, the opportunities and risks they may create, and their implications for the resilience of firms and the wider financial system. You will not need to be a specialist in every aspect of both technologies, but you will need the curiosity, judgement and credibility to get up to speed quickly and explain why developments matter.

The role requires engaging directly with technical material (e.g. system architectures, research papers, protocol design). You will use this evidence to assess technological capabilities and limitations, challenge claims where appropriate and identify implications for policy, supervision, financial stability, monetary policy. This is not primarily a software-engineering or laboratory-research role. You will need sufficient technical depth to interrogate research, architectures, system designs and claims made by experts, and to form independent judgements about their practical significance.

We are looking for someone who will

Approach the role with interest and enthusiasm, building their own knowledge in order to turn their hand to a number of team priorities;
Bring and further develop strong technical knowledge of artificial intelligence and/or quantum, acting as a source of expertise on fintech innovation and its implications for the Bank’s mission
Translate complex technical material into clear, structured analysis for non‑technical audiences, supporting decision‑making
Build and maintain strong internal and external networks (including with regulators, firms and international institutions) to gather market intelligence, shape the Bank’s thinking, and inform our fintech priorities
Work flexibly and collaboratively within a small team, taking initiative, managing competing priorities, and providing support and constructive challenge to colleagues
Demonstrate strong organisational and management skills, prioritising effectively and ensuring high‑quality delivery

The type of work you can expect to be involved in, working closely with others in the team, will include:

Developing deep technical understanding of AI and/or quantum, driving analysis on what it means for the Bank’s objectives, with a focus on medium term policy options
Assessing technical evidence about advances in AI models or quantum systems and identify which developments are genuinely significant for finance
Developing practical approaches for monitoring advances in AI and quantum computing, assessing their credibility and significance, and identifying where the Bank may need to respond
Supporting and shaping the Bank’s approach to innovation in financial services, including engagement with firms and cross‑authority initiatives
Contributing to supervisory and policy work related to fintech, including assessing risks to firms and the wider financial system
Producing briefings and recommendations for senior Bank decision-makers and policy committees

We know that candidates do not always apply unless they meet every criterion. If this role excites you and you can bring strong technical curiosity, analytical judgement and a collaborative approach, we would encourage you to apply even if your experience does not match every point listed.

Minimum Criteria

Proven technical knowledge of either artificial intelligence or quantum computing. This may have been developed through relevant professional experience, research, postgraduate study or equivalent applied work in areas such as computer science, physics, engineering, mathematics or another relevant discipline involving complex analytical or technical material. You do not need expertise in both areas.
Experience of engaging directly with complex technical material, such as research papers, system architectures, model or system documentation, protocols, technical standards or experimental evidence.
Demonstrated ability to analyse complex issues and communicate clear conclusions, including producing structured written work (e.g. briefings, policy notes) that are clear and accessible to non‑technical and senior audiences
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to engage and influence across seniority levels
Experience of working effectively and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, including with external stakeholders

Essential Criteria

Demonstrated commitment to keeping your technical knowledge current and applying it to new or rapidly evolving questions
Ability to assess technical evidence critically, identify important assumptions and limitations, challenge claims where appropriate and distinguish potentially significant developments from those that are uncertain or overstated.
Ability to apply technical knowledge to wider questions, identify potential opportunities and risks, and explain their relevance to organisational or public policy objectives.
Ability to form and defend views under uncertainty, where the evidence is incomplete, technical developments are moving quickly or expert views differ.
Experience and credibility engaging with and influencing external stakeholders (including firms, other authorities or international bodies) adapting your communication to different audiences.
Ability to take ownership of work, manage competing priorities and deliver high quality analysis with appropriate independence.
A collaborative working style and demonstrable experience of working across teams and getting the best out of colleagues and stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria

Relevant experience in financial services, ideally within a regulatory, supervisory or policy environment
Practical experience of fintech innovation, including engagement with industry or supervisory work
Experience developing analytical frameworks, monitoring approaches or policy options in response to emerging technologies and financial innovation.
Ability to think strategically, connect work across different areas, and focus on what matters most for the Bank’s objectives
A proactive, self‑driven approach with the ability to independently manage workstreams and deliver results with minimal supervision

Our Approach to Inclusion

The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve.

At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.

We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed.

From 1st October 2026, we expect all our colleagues to spend a minimum of 50% of their working time in the office per month. This is to capitalise on the benefits of working together in person across teams, while maintaining the flexibility offered by home working. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them and their team.

Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the ‘Candidate Personal Information’ under the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’ section of the application.

Salary and Benefits Information

We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate.

Salary - £65,440 - 73,630 per annum.

In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below:

Currently a non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/80th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/65th) or decrease (to 1/105th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. The Bank has the discretion to vary standard accrual rates and dial up and dial down rates at any time and to withdraw dial up and dial down options at any time.
A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool.
An 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits.
26 days’ annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits.
Private medical insurance and income protection.

National Security Vetting Process

Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice.

The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis.

The Application Process

Important: Please ensure that you complete the ‘work history’ section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It’s therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process.

This role closes on 1 November.

Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed.